Year: 2026

Non-Resident Indians have the opportunity to secure their retirement through investment in the National Pension System (NPS). This program provides considerable tax advantages as per the Indian Income Tax Act, allowing annual contributions to be deducted up to two lakh rupees. While withdrawals made after the age of sixty are primarily tax-free, it’s important to…

With its latest feature, PhonePe now allows users to easily invest in daily recurring deposits via its user-friendly app. Starting investments is as easy as contributing Rs 100 daily through UPI AutoPay. Additionally, the app simplifies the digital handling of fixed deposits, which are secured up to Rs 5 lakh under the DICGC scheme. Best…

The Lok Sabha passed a bill amending tax laws on August 6, 2026. This amendment benefits REIT and InvIT investors by exempting dividend income. Special Purpose Vehicles can opt for a new tax regime with a higher surcharge. This decision requires careful evaluation of the entire structure’s tax efficiency. The choice between tax regimes depends…

Visakhapatnam is set to become a major digital infrastructure hub in India. Its growing data centre ecosystem will create nearly fifty-two thousand jobs. This expansion will also fuel demand for over two crore square feet of residential real estate. The development will attract investments in power, fibre, and logistics infrastructure. This growth is expected to…

Around 42 equity mutual funds generated a CAGR of more than 15% over the past decade, turning a Rs 1 lakh lump-sum investment into over Rs 4 lakh. Nippon India Small Cap Fund topped the list with a 20.61% CAGR, while several Quant, HDFC and SBI schemes also delivered stellar returns.

Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund raised over Rs 1,200 crore through its ESG Best-in-Class Strategy Fund and Services Fund launches in 2026. The offerings drew investors from more than 5,700 pin codes, highlighting strong demand for thematic, long-term equity investment opportunities across India.

Overall technology demand grew ten percent year-on-year in July. Fresher hiring in the IT sector dropped to twenty-four percent from thirty-two. AI-led roles and internships saw increased entry-level participation. Experienced talent hiring, specifically seven to ten years, showed growth. Companies are increasingly prioritizing experienced candidates over new graduates.

In India, the state has granted itself wide leeway on GST implementation timelines, but offers taxpayers no respite. While income-tax officials have the discretion to pardon delays by taxpayers who cite good reasons, GST doesn’t. This needs fixing.

Indian stock markets remained largely stable on August 6 as investors awaited clarity on a potential Middle East peace deal. The Nifty 50 edged up 0.05%, while the Sensex gained 0.26%. Mixed performance was seen in broader markets, with sectoral interests varying significantly.

Evercore ISI lowers SanDisk stock price target to $2,800